## **Trustees’ Annual Report for the period**
**From 1[st] April 2022 To 31[st] March 2023**
**Charity name: Guru Nanak’s Mission**
## **Charity registration number: 1186663**
## **Objectives and Activities**
||SORP reference||
|---|---|---|
|Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document|Para 1.17|The primary objectives of Guru Nanak’s
Mission (GNM) are the prevention and relief
of poverty, for the public benefit in
Nottingham and the surrounding areas, in
particular but not exclusively through the
provision of free hot food to people who are
homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
and/ or in financial need.
Guru Nanak’s Mission also support projects
and events aimed at promoting education
and
physical
activity
amongst
young
children. This support is primarily via the
provision of food for community events.
The activities of the CIO also serve to benefit
volunteers - volunteers express that they
benefit from the social aspect of the project.
Feedback from refugees who have used
continues to be that the service and then
signed
up
as
volunteers
has
been
outstanding in that GNM have provided a
platform for social inclusion and a sense of
personal worth and purpose within the
community. Volunteers who have provided
feedback regarding their experience have
highlighted the impact that GNM has made
on their lives in giving them a sense of
purpose and to practically provide support to
their community.
The activities of the CIO encourage social
responsibility and support the notions of
collective conscience, strong communities
and social responsibility.|
|Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public|Para 1.17 and
1.19|The primary activity of GNM is provision of
free hot meals to vulnerable individuals in
Nottingham city centre. Vegetarian meals|
|benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or
services identified in the
accounts.||are prepared fresh on the day and served at
a designated meeting point twice a week.
GNM is also operational on a third day,
where meals are delivered to vulnerable
individuals in the Nottingham area. The
number of meals prepared and/ or delivered
fluctuate throughout the year and are
dependent on demand which has increased
2022/23. On average we provide approx.
10,000 meals on an annual basis.
Additional activities include:
• Provision of food parcels to local charities
and vulnerable individuals.
We work in collaboration of organisations
who deal with recovery services for drugs
and alcohol, domestic violence, and
housing. Recently due to the increase in
clients using the service we are working
with a number of other charities and the
Nottingham Inter Faith Council to support
food banks and provision of food across
Nottingham.
• Provision of meals to children in school
holidays (HAF programme in collaboration
with Nottingham Forest Community Trust)
Collaboration has also been made with
Nottingham Cricket Club to support the
distribution of foods and parcels.
• Provision of free food and drinks for
community events
The service also provides signposting and
navigation for vulnerable people who are
either homeless or in search of support
services such as voluntary sector, housing,
short term accommodation, mental health
etc. Noticeable increase in people who are
in poverty and trying to balance paying their
bills or purchasing food. Austerity in 2023
has impacted on cuts in services which has
led to limited signposting and increased
numbers of homeless.|
|---|---|---|
|Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit|Para 1.18|Trustees can confirm that guidance issued
by the Charity Commission has been
considered in the decision making and
running of the charity.
Setting up and running a charity: Trustee role
and board-detailed information-GOV.UK
(www.gov.uk)|
**Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference
|Policy on grant making|Para 1.38|n/a|
|---|---|---|
|Policy on social investment
including program related
investment|Para 1.38|n/a|
|Contribution made by
volunteers|Para 1.38|GNM is wholly supported and coordinated
by
volunteers.
A
core
group
of’
‘coordinators’
organise
the
weekly
operations and also additional projects. This
group is key in communicating issues and
key actions required to manage stock,
logistics, volunteers, service user needs,
etc.
The wider volunteer group are fundamental
for the success and continuation of GNM
activities. Volunteers join GNM via a
registration process which provides key
information
for
both
volunteers
and
coordinators. The wider volunteer group are
encouraged to take part in all aspects of
GNM activities, if they wish.
Several stakeholder events with volunteers
have taken place to listen to their views and
input into the improvement of our services.
Feedback is given to volunteers on their
suggestions and any issues that they have
voiced.
In 2023 training and awareness of the
operational services was highlighted as a
key priority. Roll out of induction and training
for volunteers is ongoing.
2024 will see further training on offer to
volunteers,|
|Other||n/a|
## **Achievements and Performance**
SORP referenc e
|Summary of
the main
achievements
of the charity,
identifying the
difference the
charity’s work
has made to
the
circumstance
s of its
beneficiaries
and any wider
benefits to
society as a
whole.|Para
1.20|• Weekly communal serving of free meals to homeless and
vulnerable individuals in and around Nottingham
• Provision of bi-weekly food parcels to New Hope Rehabilitation
residents in Nottingham and Derby (service user no longer in
need of support)
• Provision of pack lunches/ free meals for children attending
holiday activity programme. Up to 300 meals prepared and
delivered/ collected over the Easter, Summer and Christmas
holiday period.
Holiday activities and food | Nottinghamshire County Council
• 150 food parcels and 81 toy parcels were prepared and
delivered to vulnerable families in and around the Nottingham
area to vulnerable families. Meals also delivered to emergency
services staff on Christmas Day.
The trustees held strategic meetings and have developed a plan
on a page for the organisation which will be used as a
communication tool as well as a key focus for the organisation.
**Website: http://gurunanaksmission.uk/**
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## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
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|Achievements against
objectives set|Para 1.41|N/A|
|Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set|Para 1.41|N/A|
|Investment performance
against objectives|Para 1.41|N/A|
NIA
Other
## **Financial Review**
|**Financial Review**|||
|---|---|---|
|Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period|Para 1.21|**Total income: £23,576**
**Total expenditure: £18,597**
**Net income: £4,979**|
|Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held|Para 1.22|Reserves are held to ensure that the aims
and objectives can be met/
Reserves also enable GNM to increase food
provisions if/ when necessary.
Reserves enable GNM to support and start
up new projects that share the charity’s aims
and objectives.
We do not have a policy for reserves and
have not set anything aside.|
|Amount of reserves held|Para 1.22|n/a|
|Reasons for holding zero
reserves|Para 1.22||
|Details of fund materially in
deficit|Para 1.24|n/a|
|Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern|Para 1.23|n/a|
## **Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
The charity’s principal sources of funds (including Para 1.47 any fundraising) Investment policy and objectives including any Para 1.46 social investment policy adopted
|A description of the principal
risks facing the charity|Para 1.46||
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|Other|||
## **Structure, Governance and Management**
|Description of charity’s
trusts:||n/a|
|---|---|---|
|Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)|
Para 1.25|Constitution adopted December 2019|
|How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)|Para 1.25|Charitable Incorporated Organisations
(CIO)|
|Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees|Para 1.25|Trustees are nominated by volunteers.
Volunteers, at any time, can choose to re-
elect trustees.
Trustees oversee:
• day to day operations of the CIO
and update volunteers on projects
and new developments
• Manage accounts, assets and other
Supplies
• Seek views and opinions and
volunteers regarding activities and
projects|
**Additional information (optional)** You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
|Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
and training of trustees|Para 1.51||
|---|---|---|
|The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works|Para 1.51|Key decision making and planning is
agreed by 5 trustees. A co-ordinator group
is responsible for the management and
organisation of weekly operations and of
additional projects e.g. HAF food
programme.
GNM have introduced a ‘Volunteer
registration process’ which enables GNM to
collate skills information and provides
volunteers with induction information and
safeguarding information.|
|Relationship with any
related parties|Para 1.51|GNM have established informal
partnerships with Nottingham City Homes,
Nottingham Forest Community Trust and
Notts County Foundation Trust.|
GNM are also supported by SRI GURU TEG BAHADAR GURDWARA NOTTINGHAM (charity number) 508328 in the provision of premises and resources to cook meals. Other
## **Reference and Administrative details**
|Charityname|’|
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|Other name the charityuses|GNM|
|Registered charitynumber|1186663|
|Charity’s principal address|Blake Landa Accountants 99-101 High Road Nottingham NG9 2LH
England|
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**year **|**Name of person (or body) entitled**
**to appoint trustee (ifany)**|
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||KayDhesi||25thSeptember 2020|GNM Coordinatorgroup|
||Dharminder Singh||-||
||Harjit Matharu||-||
||Sangita Bhaker||-||
||Bal Bansal||1st August 2023(1year)||
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## – Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
**Director name**
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
**Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year**
## **Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others**
Description of the assets n/a held in this capacity Name and objects of the n/a charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for n/a safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
## **Additional information (optional)**
## **Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)**
|**Type of**|**Name**|**Address**|
|---|---|---|
|**adviser**|||
**Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)**
## **Exemptions from disclosure**
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
## **Other optional information**
## **Declarations**
**The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.**
**Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees**
**Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date**
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
## **GURU NANAK MISSION**
**INCOME & EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTS & ACCUMULATED FUND**
**FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
## **INFORMATION**
**ADDRESS** Chartered Certified Accountants 99A High Road Beeston Nottingham NG9 2LH
**ACCOUNTANTS** Blake Landa & Co Limited Chartered Certified Accountants 99A High Road Beeston Nottingham NG9 2LH **BANKERS** Barclays Bank UK PLC Nottingham High Street Branch 2 High Street Nottingham NG1 2EN
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
## **CONTENTS**
||**Page**|
|---|---|
|Accountants' report|**1**|
|Statement of Income and Expenditure|**2**|
|Summary of Accumulated Fund|**3**|
|Notes to the Accounts|**4 - 6**|
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS**
## **FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
## **ACCOUNTANT'S REPORT**
As described on page 3 you have approved the Statement of Income and Expenses fo ended 31 March 2023 set out on page 2. In accordance with your instructions we hav these unaudited accounts from the accounting records and information and explanat to us.
**Blake Landa & Co Limited Date: Chartered Certified Accountants**
**Page 1**
or the year
ie compiled
'.ions supplied
Page I
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS**
## **STATEMENT OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
|**Note**
**Donations, Member Fees and**
**General Income**
**1**
**Other Income**
Gift Aid Claim
Other Interest Received
**Total Income**
**2**
**General Expenses**
Gas and electricity
Insurance
Containers
Repairs and maintenance
Ofce Supplies
Printing and stationery
Food and grocery purchases
Travel Costs
Legal and professional fees
Cleaning and hygiene
Donations/Subscriptions
Bank charges & Interest
Sundries
Donations/Subscriptions
Kitchen Equipment
Bank Charges
Gudhwara Usage Donation
**Capital Expenditure**
Building Improvements
**3a**
**3**
**Net surplus/(defcit)**|**31 March**
**2023**
**£**
**£**
**£**
**23,576**
-
-
**23,576**
-
-
-
-
2,014
2,967
-
-
842
850
-
-
11,885
7,255
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,875
510
-
-
100
1,825
-
-
1,882
500
**(18,597)**
-
-
**-**
**4,979**|**31 March**
**2023**
**£**
**£**
**£**
**23,576**
-
-
**23,576**
-
-
-
-
2,014
2,967
-
-
842
850
-
-
11,885
7,255
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,875
510
-
-
100
1,825
-
-
1,882
500
**(18,597)**
-
-
**-**
**4,979**|**31 March**
**2023**
**£**
**£**
**£**
**23,576**
-
-
**23,576**
-
-
-
-
2,014
2,967
-
-
842
850
-
-
11,885
7,255
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,875
510
-
-
100
1,825
-
-
1,882
500
**(18,597)**
-
-
**-**
**4,979**|
|---|---|---|---|
||-|||
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|
|||**4,979**||
**Net surplus/(deficit)**
**Page 2**
**31 March 2022**
## **£**
13,788
- -
## **13,788**
**(13,907)**
**-**
**(119)**
**Page 2**
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS STATEMENT OF ACCUMULATED FUND FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
|**Note**
**Debtors**
Other Debtors
**4**
**Bank**
Barclays Bank - Community Account
**5**
Petty Cash
**5**
**Total Assets**
**Accumulated Fund -**
**B/fwd**
**Net surplus/(defcit)**
**Accumulated Fund -**
**C/fwd**
**6**|**31 March**
**2023**
**£**
143
23,395
-|
|---|---|
||**23,538**|
||**18,559**
**4,979**|
||**23,538**|
We approve these accounts and confirm that we have made available all relevant r information for their preparation.
## **for and behalf of Guru Nanak Mission**
## **Date:**
**Page 3**
**31 March 2022**
**£**
-
18,559 -
## **18,559**
18,678
(119)
**18,559**
records and
**Page 3**
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
|**1. Donations, Member Fees and General Income**
Donations
Bank interest received
Sundry Income
Vat Reclaimable
**2. Other Income**
Gift Aid Claim
Other Interest Received
**Total Income**|**31 March31 March**
**2023**
**2022**
**£**
**£**
23,576
13,788
0
0
0
0
0
0|
|---|---|
||**23,576**
**13,788**
0
0
- -|
||**23,576**
**13,788**|
**Page 4**
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023**
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31 March 31 March
2023 2022
3. Capital Expenditure £ £
3a. Building Improvements 0 0
0 0
Total Capital Expenditure 0 0
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**Page 5**
## **GURU NANAK MISSION ACCOUNTS SUMMARY BANK ACCOUNT AS AT 31 MARCH 2022**
**----- Start of picture text -----**
31 March31 March
2023 2022
£ £
4. Debtors
Other Debtor 143 0
143 0
5. Bank Accounts
Barclays Bank - Community Account 23,395 18,559
Petty Cash - -
23,395 18,559
6. Accumulated Fund 23,538 18,559
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**Page 6**
|**Guru Nanaks Mission**
**1 April 2022- 31 March 2023**
**Final Trial Balance**
**N/Code**
**Detail**
**Donations**
**Gift Aid Claim**
**Other interest received**
**Bank interest received**
**Sundry Income**
**Vat Reclaimable**
**Gas and electricity**
**Insurance**
**Containers**
**Repairs and maintenance**
**Ofce Supplies**
**Printing and stationery**
**Food and grocery purchases/Parcel Costs**
**Travel Costs**
**Legal and professional fees**
**Cleaning and hygiene**
**Kitchen Equipment**
**Donations/Subscriptions**
**Bank charges & Interest**
**Sundries**
**Gudhwara Usage Donation**
**Prior Year Adjustment**
**Capital expenditure**
**Building Works**
**Consultants Fees**
**Supense Account**
**Other Debtor**
**Gift Aid Claimable**
**Current Account**
**Cash Account**
**Accumulated Fund Brought Forward**
**suspense**||**Current**
**Account**
**-23,576.45**
**0.00**
**2,013.80**
**841.71**
**0.00**
**11,884.83**
**0.00**
**99.84**
**1,875.12**
**1,882.18**
**142.61**
**4,836.36**
**0.00**|**Cash**
**Accumulated**
**Account**
**Fund B/F**
**\a**
**18,558.91**
**-18,558.91**|**Cash**
**Accumulated**
**Account**
**Fund B/F**
**\a**
**18,558.91**
**-18,558.91**|**Vat/Gift Aid**
**Bank**
**Reclaimable**
**Diferences**|**Blanks**
**Final TB**
**B/S**
**P&L**
**-23,576.45**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**2,013.80**
**0.00**
**841.71**
**0.00**
**11,884.83**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**99.84**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**1,875.12**
**1,882.18**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**0.00**
**-142.61**
**0.00**
**142.61**
**142.61**
**ok**
**ok**
**23,395.27**
**ok**
**0.00**
**ok**
**-18,558.91**
**ok**|
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|||**0.00**|**0.00**|**0.00**|**0.00**
**0.00**|**0.00**
**4,978.97**
**-4,978.97**|
|||||||0.00|